LA HB897

Prohibits the Louisiana Pregnancy and Baby Care Initiative's general contractor and subcontractors from disclosing client names or protected health information without written client permission for each specific disclosure

Requires contractors to provide clients with a clear privacy notice before obtaining consent, detailing the purpose of disclosure, types of information to be shared, and third parties who may receive the data

Mandates contractors provide a simple mechanism for clients to revoke consent and must furnish copies of all client records within 10 business days of request at no charge

Permits disclosure of aggregated or de-identified data that maintains individual client confidentiality

Authorizes the Department of Children and Family Services to use violations as grounds for contract ineligibility, suspension, termination, or nonrenewal, with required notice and opportunity to respond